Events on 18 May 2012 from Live Brum

Birds of a Feather , 14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:36:53 +0000

14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at New Alexandra Theatre

The girls are back! One of BBC TV’s most popular and fondly-remembered sitcoms comes to the stage with all three of its original leading cast members, PAULINE QUIRKE, LINDA ROBSON and LESLEY JOSEPH.

BIRDS OF A FEATHER ran on BBC for nearly ten years throughout the 1990s becoming a massive hit right from the word go and remains not only a classic comedy but also, as a female-centred long-running series, a truly rare gem.

And now the three stars of the TV series are re-united on stage to re-create their adored characters, sisters Sharon Theodopolopoudos and Tracy Stubbs and their sex-mad neighbour, Dorien Green, in a brand-new show created especially for the theatre by The Comedy Theatre Company, producers of the highly-successful tour of Victoria Wood’s dinnerladies.

Annie Get Your Gun @ Artix, 14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:10:38 +0000

14 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at Artrix

BOS returns to Artrix with this magnificent Broadway show based on a most captivating true story.

Annie Oakley an outspoken happy country girl and sharpshooter becomes the star of a Wild West show, falling for Rifleman Frank Butler in a production full of colour and vibrancy.

Sugar - Some Like It Hot Musical, 15 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 22:58:09 +0000

15 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at Solihull Arts Complex

Solihull Theatre Company are proud to present Sugar - a comedy musical based on the 1959 film favourite Some Like It Hot.

Sugar follows the fortunes of two struggling musicians on the run from the mob in 1920's America. Forced to disguise themselves as women, they join an all-female orchestra and the fun begins - a classic tale of murder, love and cross-dressing!

With toe-tapping big band numbers and plenty of outrageous comedy, Sugar is sure to be a big hit for all the family.

The Pitchfork Disney, 16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 12:28:52 +0000

16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Theatre at AE Harris Factory Building

Circolombia: Urban, 16 May 2012 - 18 May 2012

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:32:15 +0000

16 May 2012 - 18 May 2012 - Theatre at Birmingham Hippodrome

CIRCOLOMBIA’s members are all in their teens or early 20s, and some are graduates of the remarkable Circo Para Todos, Columbia’s national circus school, which takes young people off the streets and teaches them circus skills.

Circo Para Todos is the only school in the world set up to train disadvantaged young people in a range of abilities including acrobatics, balancing, juggling, stilt walking and unicycling providing them with a profession, support structure and an alternative to joining street gangs.

Wings of Desire, 16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:16:42 +0000

16 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Dance at Victoria Square

FREE

A love story bridging heaven and earth will unfold before your eyes in this outdoor spectacle, featuring the most amazing transformation of a Birmingham building ever seen.

Angels gather on rooftops as the whole of Victoria Square comes alive with jaw-dropping circus acrobatics and exhilarating dance.

Music resounds and surprises come from all corners as the intensity builds to the ultimate finale moment – a sequence of glorious technicolour projections, bathing the beautifully-restored Town Hall in magical moving imagery.

Australia’s world famous CIRCA meets Britain’s urban hot ticket 2Faced Dance Company in this dramatic and awe-inspiring production, starring internationally-renowned DJ, film and TV star Goldie and featuring interactive performance experts

Music for Lunch Recital, 18 May 2012

Sun, 06 May 2012 22:09:31 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at Birmingham Cathedral

The popular Music for Lunch series continues with recital by The Beorma Ensemble (male vocal ensemble, Russian repertoire).

Joe Stafford and Jayme Tovey , 18 May 2012

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 22:38:14 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rococo Lounge

Rush Hour Blues: Peter Daley, 18 May 2012

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 11:20:41 +0000

18 May 2012 - Jazz at Symphony Hall

FREE

Peter Daley’s blend of jazz and soul meets Town Hall’s very own gospel choir for an uplifting and fun performance.

The Horrors, 18 May 2012

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:46:57 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Institute

Fixers, 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:08:44 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Institute

Fixers are a five-piece Experimental Psychedelic-Pop group from Oxford, England that consists of Jack Goldstein, Jason Warner, Christopher Dawson, Roo Bhasin and Michael Thompson. The band are signed to Vertigo Records.

Desi Moves, 18 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 23:10:55 +0000

18 May 2012 - Dance at Town Hall

Part of Dance Routes, Desi Moves seeks to engage the Midlands’ diverse communities in the Cultural Olympiad and the build up to the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Watch dance groups battle it out in front of celebrity judges to decide who wins the cash prize and an opportunity to perform at The Dance Show, part of the Clothes Show Live in December 2012 at the NEC Birmingham. With celebrity guest stars, the event will showcase Asian dance styles including Giddha, Bhangra and Bollywood in what promises to be a vibrant and exciting evening.

The Fakulty, The Dirty Knecks, Abberline, Brains For Breakfast , 18 May 2012

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 20:31:57 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at O2 Academy 3

Bogus Blooze, 18 May 2012

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 10:13:43 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The RoadHouse Birmingham

Dark Horse, 18 May 2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 21:41:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Tower of Song

The Soundations, 18 May 2012

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 11:36:58 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Lake at Barston

Tribute Night, 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 22:36:19 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Paragon Hotel

Grooved, 18 May 2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:13:15 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Vaults, Newhall Street

Refine, Face vs Heel, Post Descartes, Youth Man, Caught in the Moment, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:30:11 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The End

Castrovalva, &U&I, Ice, Sea, Dead People , 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 10:43:02 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rainbow (& Warehouse)

Castrovalva are an experimental noise rock trio (formerly duo) consisting of Drums, Bass and Vocals based in Leeds, England; they blend elements of noise rock/post hardcore and grime to create their valva big beat sound.

Billy Club, Rotten Agenda, 18 May 2012

Sat, 05 May 2012 08:53:04 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Adam And Eve

Hanging Doll, 18 May 2012

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 22:32:28 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Asylum

FREE

Hanging Doll are firmly there in the British corner of Gothic metal” — metal hammer april 2008 — the sound. the dark intense orchestral metal of hanging doll combines pure passionate and powerful vocals with dense levels of narcissism and emotional longing. the fusion of brooding detuned guitar riffs with highly melodic string patterns and a metal core is without doubt a potent mix, both powerful and poignant.

Dan Firman , 18 May 2012

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 22:38:30 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Rococo Lounge

CBSO Friday Night Classics: Burman in Bollywood , 18 May 2012

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 20:15:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at Symphony Hall

One of the world’s great film composers, and affectionately known in India as Pancham Da, R D Burman was among the biggest names in Bollywood music, writing music for hundreds of films spanning five decades. Nearly 20 years after his death, his music still finds its way into soundtracks from Monsoon Wedding to West is West and has been remixed and reworked by musicans from all backgrounds. To this day his innovative music tingles the taste buds of Bollywood lovers and draws in new fans from far and wide.

The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekov, 18 May 2012 - 26 May 2012

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 21:03:24 +0000

18 May 2012 - 26 May 2012 - Theatre at Hall Green Little Theatre

For Madame Ranevskaya, her cherry orchard is more than just land: it is her childhood, her memories and her life. However, in order to free her family of debt the orchard must be sold. This touching play exercises the perfect balance of comedy and tragedy, through the characters, relationships and observations of society.

Rats in the Kitchen, 18 May 2012

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:21:06 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Longbridge Social Club

UB40 tribute band

Boys’ Choir Concert, 18 May 2012

Tue, 08 May 2012 18:24:37 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at Solihull School

The Warwickshire Boys were finalists in BBC Choir of the Year 2010 and they’re teaming up with a top German Boys’ Choir Knabenchor Hoesel for this one-off event. Funds raised go towards Children’s work at our local Hospitals.

Bonnylou, Greenwood Park, Tom Walker, Dale Hanson , 18 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 08:24:31 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Sunflower Lounge

Rise, Loveless Luck, The Glass Guns, Primer, 18 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:13:35 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Actress & Bishop

Musical Extravaganza , 18 May 2012 - 19 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:17:58 +0000

18 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Old Rep Theatre

BMOS Youtheatre 25th Anniversary

Featuring songs from Curtains, Shrek, Footloose, Hairspray, Chicago, Call Me Madam, Oklahoma, Gypsy, Sweet Charity, Pajama Game, Guys & Dolls, A Chorus Line, Blues Brothers, Les Miserables.

Heroes, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:38:31 +0000

18 May 2012 - Theatre at Palace Theatre

A comedy by Gérald Sibleyras

Directed by Murrray Andrews

Translated by Tom Stoppard

They survived the war but can they survive the care home?

This poignant comedy which won the 2006 Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy in a production that starred Richard Griffith, John Hurt and Ken Stott, is now revived by theatre veterans of comedy: DUCKbrothers, whose collective stage experiences span more than 150 years.

It is 1959. Three French veterans of WW1 Gustav, Philippe and Henri live in a home for old soldiers and pass their time grumbling about the staff, dreaming about young women and arguing over whether a statue of a dog is alive. They decide to escape and run away to Indo China or at least as far as the poplar trees on the hill. Hampered only by how they are going to move the 200lb statue of the dog that one of them wishes to bring with them, they plan their escape with military precision.

Knabenchor & Warks Boys Choir, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:44:46 +0000

18 May 2012 - Classical at St. Chad's Cathedral

Jonathan Veira, 18 May 2012

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 12:29:45 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Palace Theatre

It is rare these days to find someone who can sing beautifully entertain and make people of all ages laugh. To be able to do all this without using bad language is remarkable in this cynical age. In his hugely popular One Man Show, Jonathan has established a reputation for just this over the last 26 years– singing to millions across the UK and the rest of the World.

His ability as a musical chameleon - singing songs of great diversity to an incredibly high standard – engages everyone. His anecdotal story telling has people rocking with laughter at the strangest things. When was the last time you saw one man make Grandparents and Grandchildren roar with laughter together?

His easy, natural conversational style of sharing his faith journey combined with superb music and riotous anecdotes is enthralling, engaging and inspiring. He draws you in and before long you feel as if he is singing and talking just for you.

Remedy, 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:22:58 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The Jekyll and Hyde

Mark Olver, Jimmy McGhie, Richard Morton, Brendan Dempsey, 18 May 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:36:42 +0000

18 May 2012 - Comedy at Glee Club

His television warm-up credits include Vicar of Dibley, 8 Out of 10 Cats, 10 O'Clock Live, Jonathon Ross, Have I Got News for You and Deal or No Deal.

He also regularly comperes and headlines for comedy clubs and promoters all over the UK, including Off The Kerb, Avalon and The Glee Clubs, and has supported such acts as Russell Howard and Lee Mack on national tours.

Jim Lockey, The Solemn Sun, Brother & Bones, 18 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:29:23 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Flapper

The Jamaica Reggae Film Festival, 18 May 2012 - 20 May 2012

Tue, 15 May 2012 18:34:11 +0000

18 May 2012 - 20 May 2012 - Film at The Drum

Class @ Vertu, 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 09:19:18 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Vertu

Cutting edge vocal house, club classics, nu disco & soulful house

Friday Night @ Stirlings , 18 May 2012

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:23:14 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Stirlings Bar

FREE

A night of live music from 8pm

Shirley Red Lion Folk Club, 18 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 09:39:36 +0000

18 May 2012 - Folk at Red Lion - Shirley

The Great Canadian Songbook, 18 May 2012

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 23:14:07 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Solihull Arts Complex

Keith James presents his own personal interpretations of the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Leonard Cohen. An intimate solo concert. Music of such integrity that it flows from the innermost wellspring of human spirit.

It was around 40 years ago that Keith became drawn to these 3 wonderful songwriters, in awe of their contribution to music while unaware at the time that each of them are Canadian.

Their music forms the backdrop to all of the joy, hope and anxiety that we have lived through in recent times. Now somehow locked in time, these are songs that expose such personal and global fragility that they continue to embrace us as if they were our mother’s arms.

Headstart, 18 May 2012

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:25:23 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Revolution

Jazz @ Ort, 18 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 09:30:30 +0000

18 May 2012 - Jazz at Ort Cafe

FREE

Wildside Riot, Lovebite, 18 May 2012

Sat, 24 Mar 2012 11:25:19 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at Route 44

Motown Fridays, 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:14:37 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Red Lion

Rob Collins, Wayne Deakin, Jason Patterson, Rhodri Rhys , 18 May 2012

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 09:30:34 +0000

18 May 2012 - Comedy at Highlight

80′s Cover Band, 18 May 2012

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 23:06:30 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Village Inn, Redditch

FREE

The Arcadian Kicks, The Bluebeat Arkestra, 18 May 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 23:05:06 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Bulls Head

Plus Freelance Mourners, Snooty Bobs, Blood Moon Sirens

The Arcadian Kicks are without doubt one of the most exciting bands to come out of Birmingham in the last few years and we are delighted to be welcoming them to play live at Freestyle for the first time. Having worked and recorded with Mike Chapman, producer of Blondie’s classic “Parallel Lines” album, The Arcadian Kicks’ sound takes inspiration from far and wide, citing influences from Fleetwood Mac, Sonic Youth and My Bloody Valentine through to The Horrors and The Naked & Famous.

This promises to be a rare occasion in which to catch the band play in such an intimate environment, don’t miss your chance before they hit the stratosphere!

Discographic , 18 May 2012

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 11:55:34 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Rose Villa Tavern

Roller Disco , 18 May 2012

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 10:28:51 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The Tower Ballroom

Entrance £9 inc. entrance fee and hire of skates, or £6 Entrance fee and bring your own skates

Stu Who? Chris Cairns, Kevin Dewsbury, Gary Delaney , 18 May 2012

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 22:38:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Comedy at Jongleurs Comedy Club

Stu Who? has played at comedy for over ten years, becoming one of the most prolific, versatile, professional and original funny-men in this, or any other country.

XXL, 18 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:46:55 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The Core Club

Thank Walkabout It's Friday , 18 May 2012

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:27:38 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Walkabout

Kokomo Band, 18 May 2012

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 11:00:53 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The White Horse, Harborne

Supersonic Vague! , 18 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:00:42 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Gatecrasher

Fridays choicest Slabs Of latest & greatest Alternative Indie disco /NOT disco with a L’ectro-top, belted-out guitars, amps and analogues cranked to 11. everyone a memory… Mr Will Peasgood will deliver a trip through 90’s Brit Pop and through the 00’s years ruled by the likes of Kasabian and Razorlight.

Sneak, 18 May 2012

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:38:24 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at The O Bar

Remix, 18 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:04:35 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Club Toxic

Music always changing

Connoisseur, 18 May 2012

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:17:40 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Mono Bar

VIP Fridays, 18 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:42:38 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Indi Bar

Get the V.I.P Treatment

Deja-Vudu, 18 May 2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 23:01:32 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Vudu: Closed

Deja-Vudu! - The ultimate retro night at the ultimate price!

Birmingham's hottest new night is on every Friday at the city's newest most eclectic venue - VUDU!

Every Friday will see Deja-Vudu play the biggest mix of dancefloor favourites from the past in THREE awesome rooms within the club.

Bounce, 18 May 2012

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:24:16 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at MooMoo, Sutton

Filthy Disco , 18 May 2012

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 11:04:54 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Bar Risa

A night which brings together all elements of house including dirty electro, house and tech and brings the summer tunes of Balearic Islands to Birmingham every Friday night

Steel Crusade, 18 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 11:03:00 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Eddie's Rock Club

Dead by Denim Launch, 18 May 2012

Sat, 12 May 2012 10:43:17 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Rainbow (& Warehouse)

FIDGET enters summer 2012 having thrown some of the greatest Friday night house music parties the City has seen in a decade in the last few months. This time of year is a special time for us at FIDGET HQ as last years summer parties were the first signs that we didn’t just have a decent party on our hands – but something much more special than that.

Infusion, 18 May 2012

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10:04:47 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Nightingale Club

Massive, hands in the air floor-fillers and all time anthems with DJ Corey

Click, 18 May 2012

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:09:22 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at Snobs Nightclub

The new indie alternative party on alternating Fridays.

Its indie beats and retro treats in both rooms.

Click opens at 10:30 PM and the bar closes at 3:30 AM.

It costs £5, £4 with an NUS card, or £3 with a flyer.

Propaganda, 18 May 2012

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 09:47:20 +0000

18 May 2012 - Club at O2 Academy 2

The UK's biggest indie night with DJ Dan and guests

The Intentions, 18 May 2012

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:56:26 +0000

18 May 2012 - Rock & Pop at The Jam House

The soul of James Brown, Otis Redding and Wilson Picket live on in the guise of Graham Dee - major players in the Midlands Soul Scene for decades, the artistes formerly known as the Receivers always attract a great audience.